Although the Huang Gu Demon Domain was renowned and fearsome, with terrifying Saint-ranked great demonic beasts lurking deep within, its border regions were not particularly dangerous. Most of the demonic beasts there ranged from the Houtian to the Half-God Realm, with Divine Transformation great demonic beasts being rare. Super Divine Transformation great demonic beasts like the Black-Scaled Giant Python were even more uncommon.
Precisely because of this, the regions adjacent to the demon domain were exceptionally prosperous. The demon cores, flesh and blood, pelts, and bones of demonic beasts were highly profitable and could fetch considerable prices, making many Cultivators covetous and eager to enter the demon domain forests to hunt them.
In response, numerous towns of varying sizes had been established along the demon domain's edge, driving the development of this area.
Of course, demonic beasts also had their frenzied moments. Once a beast tide occurred, it would be a massive disaster with unimaginable consequences.
Ye Chen and Cang Dragon followed Lin Ke'er and the others out of the demon domain and arrived at Mohe City, a major city adjacent to the Huang Gu Demon Domain. It was one of the top-tier large cities along the million-li border near the demon domain, quite prosperous.
The streets were bustling with people, lined with various shops, populated by both Cultivators and ordinary mortals, yet everything appeared peaceful and orderly.
Because the Tian Xu Empire was located far in the central region of the Ancient Divine Continent, while the Huang Gu Demon Domain occupied the southeastern areas, and Mohe City was a major city in the southern region, the distance to the Tian Xu Empire was immense—tens of millions of li apart. Even a powerful Saint would require considerable time to traverse such a distance.
Therefore, they needed to use the flying demonic beasts stationed in Mohe City to travel to the royal capital of a dynasty called Hua Guo, located three hundred thousand li away. From there, they could use the spatial teleportation gate established in the royal capital to quickly teleport to the Tian Xu imperial capital.
Arriving at the eastern city gate, they found a vast plaza where dozens of massive Four-Winged Snake Dragons were stationed.
Although their name contained the word 'dragon,' Four-Winged Snake Dragons were not part of the Dragon Race, nor did they possess even a trace of dragon blood. They merely resembled dragons in appearance. They were Half-God Realm demonic beasts, favored by many on the Ancient Divine Continent for travel due to their strong carrying capacity, fast flight speed, and endurance.
After all, no Cultivator enjoyed flying under their own power continuously, as it consumed a great deal of divine power.
Additionally, the currency used on the Ancient Divine Continent was a universal currency called Ancient Divine Coins, unlike the spirit stones used across the myriad realms. These coins also contained sparse spiritual energy, serving as a distinction.
At this moment, many people in the plaza were selecting Four-Winged Snake Dragons, each dressed in luxurious attire. After all, the fare for riding these creatures was not cheap and was beyond the means of ordinary Cultivators.
The appearance of Lin Ke'er and the others immediately drew the attention of those around them, especially Lin Ke'er herself. She was exceptionally beautiful and refined, with delicate, flawless features and skin as fair as snow.
Her lovely dress accentuated the graceful curves of her youthful figure, making her a delicate and captivating beauty who naturally attracted attention.
However, when Cang Dragon appeared, all the Four-Winged Snake Dragons in the vast plaza suddenly began trembling violently. They lowered their heads in fear, letting out terrified cries, their eyes filled with dread.
This scene left everyone staring in stunned disbelief, wondering what could have happened to make these Four-Winged Snake Dragons behave this way.
Especially the several beast tamers in the plaza, who, upon seeing this, hurriedly brandished their whips—whips adorned with sharp barbs—and lashed the Four-Winged Snake Dragons. The strikes left gruesome, bloody welts on their bodies.
Normally, such whipping would have elicited terrified screams, but at this moment, the creatures remained silent, enduring the blows without a sound.
It was utterly unbelievable.
"Cang Dragon."
Ye Chen glanced at Cang Dragon behind him. Cang Dragon immediately retracted the oppressive aura he had been unconsciously releasing—the demonic might of not just a demonic Saint, but a half-dragon being infused with dragon blood. How could mere Half-God demonic beasts withstand it?
Once the demonic might was withdrawn, the Four-Winged Snake Dragons in the plaza gradually calmed down, leaving everyone bewildered, as they had never seen these creatures so terrified before.
Unable to determine the cause no matter how they thought about it, they eventually gave up. The plaza staff hurriedly apologized to the many customers.
Only Lin Ke'er, Ouyang Jiajia, and the others looked suspiciously at Cang Dragon, the man in green robes. After Ye Chen called his name, everything returned to normal, strongly suggesting that the cause lay with Cang Dragon.
Just who was this mysterious Cang Dragon?
Not long after, a shrewd old man in fine clothes quickly approached. He gave a slight bow to the group and smiled, saying, "Respected guests, my apologies for keeping you waiting. May I ask where you wish to go? As long as you ride the Four-Winged Snake Dragons of our Nine Shares Trading Company, we guarantee you the most comfortable and secure journey."
It must be said, the old man's tone was gentle and his words measured, effectively bridging the distance between both parties.
"The royal capital of Hua Guo," Zhao Feng stated their destination.
"All eight of you?" the proprietor asked, glancing over the group.
Lin Ke'er nodded.
"One thousand Ancient Divine Coins per person, eight thousand in total!" the proprietor announced.
Upon hearing this, the group collectively drew a sharp breath. Eight thousand Ancient Divine Coins was indeed somewhat expensive.
Even Ye Chen, now aware of the value of Ancient Divine Coins, thought so.
It was important to know that on the Ancient Divine Continent, a single Ancient Divine Coin held more value than ordinary gold or silver coins. It was the currency circulated among Cultivators, naturally possessing extraordinary worth.
This was akin to eight thousand Ancient Divine Coins being equivalent to eight thousand jin of spirit stones among Cultivators. For a journey of just a few hundred thousand li, who could accept such a price?
"Apologies, we cannot accept such a price."
Lin Ke'er refused outright. Though gentle and virtuous, she and the others around her were young talents or noble ladies from major powers and were aware of the relevant prices, naturally unwilling to agree.
"Young masters and ladies, you are all young geniuses from major powers, while we are but a small business. This price is already quite favorable. If eight thousand Ancient Divine Coins won't do, we truly cannot manage our business," the old man said with a worried expression, even mist forming in his eyes as if he were truly pitiable, evoking sympathy.
Lin Ke'er and the others felt pity, but Zhao Feng and the rest were unwilling.
After a round of bargaining, the price settled at five thousand Ancient Divine Coins. The proprietor refused to lower it any further.
After Lin Ke'er paid the five thousand Ancient Divine Coins, they selected a sufficiently robust Four-Winged Snake Dragon. On its back was a refined cabin engraved with Dao patterns to block the wind. The group boarded and could rest comfortably, as the Four-Winged Snake Dragon would naturally carry them to their destination.